1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC is newer by 44 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, 2002 Saturn SC (101 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn SC 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 626 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saturn SC. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saturn |
| Model | 109 | SC |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
