2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1989 Renault 21
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 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 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 83 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1688 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. 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 Renault 21. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Freelander | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
