1967 Jaguar MK II 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 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1967 Jaguar MK II.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Jaguar MK II. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar MK II | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | MK II | Defender |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2481 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |