2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 420 would be higher. Both 2004 Land Rover Freelander and 1985 Maserati 420 are equipped with a 2,491 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 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 1258 kg more than 1985 Maserati 420.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Maserati 420. 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, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1985 Maserati 420 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 | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Freelander | 420 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
