1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Toyota Celica 2012 Land Rover Freelander
Make Toyota Land Rover
Model Celica Freelander
Year Released 1979 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2563 cc 2179 cc
Horse Power 118 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2670 mm


 

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