1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 822 kg more than 1981 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Newport | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2670 mm |
