1979 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Fairlane | Freelander |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |