1989 Audi 90 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 340 kg more than 1989 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 90 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 90 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |