1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1578 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2012 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | LR4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |