2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra 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 158 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 969 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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 1988 Toyota Supra. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
