2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 820 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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 1966 Renault 8. 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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1966 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1966 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Freelander | 8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
