2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 165 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freelander | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
