1992 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 978 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Voyager | Defender |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |