2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 2098 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lotus Europa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Freelander | Europa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3191 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
