2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
