2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 2000 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 69 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 Rover 2000. 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 1974 Rover 2000. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1974 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1974 Rover 2000 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 | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Freelander | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
