1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 832 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | S | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
