2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra 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 109 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 2043 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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 1989 Nissan Micra. 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 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Freelander | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
