1972 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1551 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Honda | Land Rover |
| Model | Civic | Defender |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
