1973 Triumph TR6 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 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1588 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. 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 1973 Triumph TR6. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Triumph TR6 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Triumph | Land Rover |
Model | TR6 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |