2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1228 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Defender | 230 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
