1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 34 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 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 130 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | S-10 | 109 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2780 mm |
