2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1990 Mini MK V
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mini MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mini MK V 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 79 more horse power than 1990 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1990 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 2083 kg more than 1990 Mini MK V. 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 1990 Mini MK V. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1990 Mini MK V | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mini |
| Model | Defender | MK V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
