1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2010 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2010 Holden Cruze is newer by 51 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, 2010 Holden Cruze (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Cruze 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 2010 Holden Cruze. 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) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 2010 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | 109 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2685 mm |
