1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 17 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 295 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Valiant | 109 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
