2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 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 12 more horse power than 1974 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1653 kg more than 1974 Renault 17. 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 1974 Renault 17. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1974 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Defender | 17 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
