2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1448 kg more than 1981 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 911. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 911. (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Defender | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |