1985 Chrysler Laser vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chrysler Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chrysler Laser would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chrysler Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Chrysler Laser. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Chrysler Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 179 kg more than 1985 Chrysler Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chrysler Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1985 Chrysler Laser (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chrysler Laser | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Laser | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1404 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 |
