1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 13 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 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 123 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Chevelle | 109 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5011 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |