1975 Volvo 260 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Volvo 260 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Volvo | Land Rover |
Model | 260 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |