2007 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 620 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Freelander | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Land Rover | Isuzu |
| Model | Freelander | Florian |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
