2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
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 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1463 kg more than 1972 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Freelander | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
