1954 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Chrysler Windsor (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (180 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Land Rover Defender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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:
| 1954 Chrysler Windsor | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Windsor | Defender |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |
