1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1782 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Escort | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
