1985 Dodge 600 vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Dodge 600. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 195 kg more than 1985 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1985 Dodge 600 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge 600 | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | 600 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
