1968 AMC AMX vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 23 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 2002 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2002 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | AMX | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
