1985 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Porsche 928 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Porsche | Land Rover |
Model | 928 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |