1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 49 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 516 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.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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. 2010 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 109 | Routan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3078 mm |
