1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Megane. 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, 1959 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Land Rover 109 | 2009 Renault Megane | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | 109 | Megane |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |