2007 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 555 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 216. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216. 2007 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1992 Rover 216 has manual transmission. 1992 Rover 216 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Freelander | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Freelander | 216 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
