1973 Suzuki LJ 20 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki LJ 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki LJ 20 would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki LJ 20. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki LJ 20.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki LJ 20. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki LJ 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Suzuki LJ 20 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Suzuki | Land Rover |
| Model | LJ 20 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
