1991 Ford Scorpio vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 145 kg more than 1991 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1991 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Scorpio | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Scorpio | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
