2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Defender | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1587 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
