2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Freelander | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
