2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
Model | Defender | VX4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |