2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire 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 | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Freelander | Starfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
