1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 50 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 146 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2009 Nissan Quest 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. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Land Rover 109 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | 109 | Quest |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3160 mm |