1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944.
Because 1981 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 944 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Porsche | Land Rover |
Model | 944 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |