2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru 1.8 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 69 more horse power than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 534 kg more than 1985 Subaru 1.8. 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru 1.8. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1985 Subaru 1.8 has manual transmission. 1985 Subaru 1.8 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:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Freelander | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
