1984 Chrysler Laser vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chrysler Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chrysler Laser would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chrysler Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Chrysler Laser. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1984 Chrysler Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 385 kg more than 1984 Chrysler Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chrysler Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chrysler Laser. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chrysler Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chrysler Laser | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Laser | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
