1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 15 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 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
| Model | Defender | Defender |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
