1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 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 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1977 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1977 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
| Model | Laurel | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
