1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 44 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 64 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Land Rover | Jeep |
Model | 109 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |