1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 44 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 169 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (172 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 109 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
