1995 Ford Tracer vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1743 kg more than 1995 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Tracer | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Tracer | Defender |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |