1985 Dodge Charger vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Charger | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Charger | Freelander |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |