1990 Ford Probe vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1990 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Probe | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Probe | Freelander |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |