1994 Chrysler ES vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1403 kg more than 1994 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chrysler ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler ES | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | ES | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2885 mm |
