2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1986 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 925 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1986 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Freelander | Alto |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2180 mm |
