1993 Ford Orion vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 750 kg more than 1993 Ford Orion.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Orion | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Orion | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
