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Land Rover Defender 110 3.5 V8 (134 Hp)
Overall Rating
Land Rover Defender:
The Land Rover Defender is a series of British off-road cars and pickup trucks. They have four-wheel drive, and were developed in the 1980s from the Land Rover series which was launched at the Amsterdam Motor Show in April 1948. Following the 1989 introduction of the Land Rover Discovery, "Land Rover" became the name of a broader marque, no longer the name of a specific model; thus, in 1990, Land Rover renamed them Defender 90, Defender 110 and Defender 130 respectively....(Read more on Wikipedia)
110 Overview:
Land Rover Defender (110). With 253 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1806 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 130 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.5 V8 (134 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The iconic Rover V8 provides significantly more power and torque, transforming the Defender's on-road performance and making it more capable for heavy towing or challenging off-road terrain. Offers a distinctive V8 rumble.
Fuel Economy
As expected, this V8 is very thirsty, resulting in high fuel consumption figures. Not ideal for those prioritizing economy.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unmatched off-road capability and ruggedness
- • Iconic design and strong heritage appeal
- • Highly durable and built to last
- • Excellent utility and cargo capacity
- • Simple mechanics, often repairable in the field
- • Strong aftermarket support for modifications
Cons:
- • Poor on-road comfort and refinement
- • Limited performance from most engines (especially non-V8/TDi)
- • High fuel consumption (especially V8 models)
- • Lack of modern safety features (due to age)
- • Noisy cabin and harsh ride quality
- • Basic interior amenities
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(90: 1984 - 1990).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Defender |
| Generation: | 110 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V8 (134 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1985 |
| End of production: | 1990 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 134 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 38 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 253 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3528 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.1 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 18.1 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 130 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.5 kg/Hp, 74.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.1 kg/Nm, 140.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1806 |
| Max. weight: | 3050 |
| Max load: | 1244 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2300 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4438 mm mm [716mm more] |
| Width: | 1790 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 2035 mm mm [35mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2794 mm mm [434mm more] |
| Front track: | 1486 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1486 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Front suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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