1977 Renault 4 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 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 2048 kg more than 1977 Renault 4. 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 1977 Renault 4. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 4 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Renault | Land Rover |
| Model | 4 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
