2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 881 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo. 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 1992 Ford Tempo. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Freelander | Tempo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |