2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Freelander | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
