1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 18 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP) has 1168 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Land Rover | SSC |
Model | Defender | Tuatara |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 1350 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2667 mm |