2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 962 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (234 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Defender | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
