1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mustang | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
