1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 42 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega 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 402 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Omega. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega 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 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | 109 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
