1967 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1398 kg more than 1967 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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:
| 1967 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Fairlane | Defender |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3930 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
