2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe 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 107 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 664 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe. 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 1980 Subaru Coupe. 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 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Freelander | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
