1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 52 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 979 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 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
Model | A 109 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3302 mm |