2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1992 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 254 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Plymouth Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1992 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | Freelander | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
