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Land Rover Defender 90 4.0 i V8 (182 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)
90 Overview:
Land Rover Defender (90). With 312 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 140 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. With seating for 6, it’s perfect for larger families.
4.0 i V8 (182 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful engine offered, providing strong acceleration and excellent torque. Transforms the Defender into a surprisingly capable on-road machine, while still excelling off-road.
Fuel Economy
Extremely poor fuel economy, even worse than the 3.5 V8. High running costs are a significant drawback, but performance is a trade-off.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unmatched off-road capability and durability.
- • Iconic, timeless design with strong heritage.
- • Excellent parts availability and repairability.
- • Strong resale value for well-maintained examples.
- • Highly customizable for various uses.
Cons:
- • Poor on-road comfort and refinement.
- • Limited passive safety features by modern standards.
- • High fuel consumption for petrol V8s.
- • Slow acceleration, especially with lower-powered engines.
- • Prone to rust in certain areas if not maintained.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(110: 1986 - 1990).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Defender |
| Generation: | 90 |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.0 i V8 (182 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 6 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 182 Hp @ 4750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 46.1 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 312 Nm @ 3100 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3947 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.1 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 140 km/h |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1600 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3722 mm mm |
| Width: | 1790 mm mm |
| Height: | 2000 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2360 mm mm |
| 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 |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 265/75 R16 S |
| Front suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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