1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 1993 Ford Laser is newer by 35 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Laser (86 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser 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 695 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Laser. 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser. 1993 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1958 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 1993 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | 109 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
