1975 Ford Torino vs. 2007 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino. 2007 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2007 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Torino | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
