1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 45 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 400 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
| Model | 109 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
