1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 47 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 244 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester 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 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | 109 | Forester |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |