2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freelander | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
