2003 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 335 kg more than 1974 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Freelander | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Freelander | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
