1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 840 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Discovery |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |