1978 Maserati Merak vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Maserati Merak 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 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1978 Maserati Merak.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Maserati Merak. 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. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1978 Maserati Merak has manual transmission. 1978 Maserati Merak 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.
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1978 Maserati Merak | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Maserati | Land Rover |
Model | Merak | Freelander |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |