1972 Ford Torino vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 38 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Torino | Freelander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |