1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 875 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Discovery |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |