1977 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1977 Ford Maverick. 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 1977 Ford Maverick. 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 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Maverick | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Maverick | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
