1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Avanti | Land Rover |
| Model | Avanti | Defender |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
