1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1994 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, both vehicles can yield 312 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2009 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Land Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | Defender | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
