1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
Model | Mangusta | Defender |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |