1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 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 218 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | 109 | V70 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |