2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Freelander | 442 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
