2002 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner. (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Freelander | 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freelander | Space Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
