1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 49 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (113 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 484 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 109 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
