1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 810 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Freelander | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Freelander | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
