1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2000 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 495 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Land Rover Freelander (166 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Fiesta | Freelander |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 905 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2560 mm |