1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 48 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 250 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2009 Toyota Highlander 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. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | A 109 | Highlander |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |