2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny 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 56 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 855 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Freelander | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
