2002 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1935 kg more than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2002 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2002 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Freelander | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Land Rover | ZIL |
| Model | Freelander | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3340 mm |
