1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 1979 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Avanti | Land Rover |
| Model | Avanti | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
