1968 Ford Fairlane vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1968 Ford Fairlane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Fairlane (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Fairlane | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Fairlane | 109 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
