1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 300 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1959 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 109 | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2970 mm |
