1985 Mitsubishi Starion 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 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Starion 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 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. 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 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1985 Mitsubishi Starion has manual transmission. 1985 Mitsubishi Starion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mitsubishi Starion | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Land Rover |
Model | Starion | Freelander |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |