1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (326 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Valiant | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
