1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 25 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1990 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 1990 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Fiesta | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
