1996 Kia Clarus vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1996 Kia Clarus is newer by 38 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Clarus (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Clarus 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 480 kg more than 1996 Kia Clarus.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Clarus. 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Clarus | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Clarus | 109 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 152 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |