1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Defender | S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
