2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freelander | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
