1988 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 516 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Mustang. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mustang | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
