1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 49 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109.
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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Land Rover | SsangYong |
Model | 109 | Musso |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |