1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 48 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 345 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2007 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Land Rover 109 | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | 109 | Avalon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |