1992 Ford Probe vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Probe | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Probe | Freelander |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |