1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 885 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Sierra | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |