1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 21 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1790 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Fiesta | Freelander |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |