1972 Ford LTD vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 937 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford LTD. 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD. 1972 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford LTD | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | LTD | Freelander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |