1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 920 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Challenger | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
