1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 33 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 105 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1958 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Fairlane | 109 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2780 mm |