1991 Dodge Colt vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Colt. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1708 kg more than 1991 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Colt | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Colt | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
