2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Range Rover | Meteor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |