1989 Chrysler ES vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1563 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler ES. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler ES | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | ES | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
