1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 52 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 473 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse 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. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 109 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3020 mm |
