2011 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Land Rover Freelander | 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Land Rover | De Tomaso |
| Model | Freelander | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
