1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Ram. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Land Rover | Dodge |
| Model | 109 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
