1995 Rover 214 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 214. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 214 would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1676 kg more than 1995 Rover 214. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 214. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 214 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 214 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 214 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Rover | Land Rover |
| Model | 214 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
