1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Land Rover 109 (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 866 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 2003 Subaru R2. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 109 | R2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
