1974 Ford Maverick vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Maverick | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Maverick | Freelander |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |