1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 46 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 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 355 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | 109 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
