1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 42 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, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L 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 362 kg more than 2000 Saturn L.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn L. 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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L 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 | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
Model | 109 | L |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 135 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |