1986 Chrysler ES vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler ES. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 901 kg more than 1986 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chrysler ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler ES. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler ES | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | ES | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
