2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho 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 79 more horse power than 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1576 kg more than 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. 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 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho has manual transmission. 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Land Rover | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Freelander | Rancho |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
