2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 216 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 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 1618 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 216. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1992 Rover 216 | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Defender | 216 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |