1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 552 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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:
1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Land Rover |
Model | Jeep | Freelander |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |