1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 47 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 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 158 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 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 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | 109 | S60 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |