1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Datsun 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 434 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Datsun 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Datsun | Land Rover |
| Model | 1800 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
