1989 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Freelander |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |