1991 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Taurus. 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 Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Taurus | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Taurus | Freelander |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |