2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Defender | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2520 mm |