1961 Saab 750 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Saab 750. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1961 Saab 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1855 kg more than 1961 Saab 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Saab 750. 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Saab 750. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Saab 750.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Saab 750 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Saab | Land Rover |
Model | 750 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |