1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 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 1999 Lotus M250. 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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus M250 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 | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Defender | M250 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1180 mm |
