1976 Opel Commodore vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Opel Commodore | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Opel | Land Rover |
Model | Commodore | Freelander |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2783 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |