1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 10 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. 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 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Land Rover | Saab |
Model | 109 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
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 | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |