1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1983 TVR Tasmin is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 TVR Tasmin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1983 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Land Rover | TVR |
| Model | 109 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
