1973 Datsun Laurel vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun Laurel would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun Laurel (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun Laurel 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 933 kg more than 1973 Datsun Laurel.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Datsun Laurel. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Datsun Laurel | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Datsun | Land Rover |
| Model | Laurel | Defender |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
