1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 41 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (123 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall 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 48 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall 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 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 109 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
