2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Freelander | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
