1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Corsair | Freelander |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |