1955 Triumph TR2 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1843 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Triumph TR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Triumph TR2 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Triumph | Land Rover |
| Model | TR2 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
