2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica 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 5 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1543 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Defender | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |