1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 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) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Graduate | Defender |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
