2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1993 Volvo 460
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 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 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 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1658 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. 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 1993 Volvo 460. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Freelander | 460 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
