1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 50 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 645 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | 109 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |