2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Freelander | Jeep |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |