2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 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 73 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 110 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | 180 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
