1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino 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 640 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. 1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Torino | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
