1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1528 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 68 L |
