2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera 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 22 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1643 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. 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 1995 Nissan Almera. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Defender | Almera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
