Land Rover Defender 110

vs

Land Rover Range Rover

UK vs UK — 1983 vs 2022

Land Rover Defender 110 (1983)
Land Rover Range Rover (2022)
Specifications
Defender 110 Td5Range Rover SV P530 L460
Horsepower122 hp523 hp
Torque221 lb-ft553 lb-ft
Engine Size2,495 cc4,395 cc
0-60 mph16.5 sec4.4 sec
Top Speed82 mph163 mph
¼ Mile12.8 sec
Weight4,332 lbs5,776 lbs
Wheelbase2,794 mm3,197 mm
Length4,647 mm5,252 mm
Original MSRP$35,000$244,500
Value (Excellent)$70,000$350,000
Collectibility7/106/10
Rarity4/105/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1983 Land Rover Defender 110 Td5 brings lighter weight, stronger collectibility, better value to the table, and the 2022 Land Rover Range Rover SV P530 L460 answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Land Rover has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1983 Land Rover Defender 110 Td5 with the 2022 Land Rover Range Rover SV P530 L460 highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 2022 Land Rover Range Rover SV P530 L460 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 523 hp compared to 122 hp, a 401-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Land Rover Defender 110 uses a Inline-5 DOHC Diesel Turbo displacing 2,495 cc, while the Land Rover Range Rover relies on a V8 Twin-Turbo with 4,395 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2022 Land Rover Range Rover SV P530 L460 edges ahead at 4.4 seconds versus 16.5 seconds. The Land Rover Defender 110 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 1444 lbs lighter. On the collector market, the 2022 Land Rover Range Rover SV P530 L460 commands a significant premium over the 1983 Land Rover Defender 110 Td5, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.