1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 1968 Nissan President is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan President (109 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1968 Nissan President.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1968 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 1968 Nissan President | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 109 | President |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
