2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,192 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 144 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1652 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
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2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Freelander | Skyline |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |