2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. 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 1970 Peugeot 204. 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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Freelander | 204 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
