1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1476 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford RS 200. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | RS 200 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 68 L |