1976 Ford Torino 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 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1976 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Torino. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Torino | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Torino | Freelander |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |