2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 908 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Freelander | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |