1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. 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 1970 Ford Maverick. 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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Maverick | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
