1978 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Capri | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
