1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1499 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2009 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. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
