1944 GAZ 10-73 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 GAZ 10-73 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1944 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1944 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1944 GAZ 10-73. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 GAZ 10-73. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
1944 GAZ 10-73 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | GAZ | Land Rover |
Model | 10-73 | Defender |
Year Released | 1944 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |