1993 Steyr G-series vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Steyr G-series. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1993 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 752 kg more than 1993 Steyr G-series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Steyr G-series. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Steyr G-series | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Steyr | Land Rover |
| Model | G-series | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
