1999 Ford 021 C vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford 021 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford 021 C 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C. 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 1999 Ford 021 C. 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) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C. 1999 Ford 021 C has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford 021 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | 021 C | Defender |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
