2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 544 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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.
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2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1965 Volkswagen 1500 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Freelander | 1500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |