1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1521 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Cavalier | Defender |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |