2007 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac 1000 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 45 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 685 kg more than 1981 Pontiac 1000. 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 1981 Pontiac 1000. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000. 2007 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1981 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1981 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Freelander | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Freelander | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
