1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 42 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (173 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 570 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2003 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Land Rover | Dodge |
| Model | A 109 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
