2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
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 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1626 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona. 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 1979 Opel Ascona. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Freelander | Ascona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |