2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F 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 44 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 755 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. 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 1988 Toyota Model F. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Defender | Model F |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |