1982 Dodge 600 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1321 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | 600 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
