1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 867 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Cavalier | Defender |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |