1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 43 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 310 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | 109 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |