1971 Holden Torana vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1971 Holden Torana is newer by 12 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana 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 750 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Torana. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Torana | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Torana | 109 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |