2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1976 Maserati Merak
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Merak is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Merak (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Maserati Merak.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Maserati Merak. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1976 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Freelander | Merak |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
