2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 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 34 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 600 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. 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 1988 Renault 21. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Freelander | 21 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
