2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 692 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Freelander | Record |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
