2011 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1518 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Land Rover Freelander | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Freelander | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3191 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
