2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1742 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph TR4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Defender | TR4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
