1985 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Freelander |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |