1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 824 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
