2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 810 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 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 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 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) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Freelander | Fiero |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |