2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1979 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
