1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 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 LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | LR3 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |