1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1227 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Fiesta | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |