2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1974 MG MGB
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1974 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1117 kg more than 1974 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 MG MGB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 1974 MG MGB | |
Make | Land Rover | MG |
Model | Defender | MGB |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2320 mm |