1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (168 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | A 109 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1430 mm |