1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon. 2008 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Falcon | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
