1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 22 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 885 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 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 2011 Land Rover LR2 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. 2011 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Fiesta | LR2 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 230 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2659 mm |