1970 Audi Variant vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1638 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi Variant | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | Variant | Freelander |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |