1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1969 Ford Zephyr is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Zephyr (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Zephyr | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Zephyr | 109 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 153 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2780 mm |