2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury LN7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury LN7 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1594 kg more than 1982 Mercury LN7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury LN7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1982 Mercury LN7 has manual transmission. 1982 Mercury LN7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover Sport | LN7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |