1975 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 500 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2003 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Freelander |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |