1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 43 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 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 155 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V50. 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 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 | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | A 109 | V50 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |