1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 55 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 80 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 1958 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 109 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2857 mm |
