2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freelander | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
