1989 Chrysler ES vs. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 945 kg more than 1989 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chrysler ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler ES. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler ES | 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | ES | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
