1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 39 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 287 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Camaro | 109 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |