2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 47 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1682 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freelander | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
