2002 Acura EL vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 44 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, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL 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 520 kg more than 2002 Acura EL.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura EL. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura EL | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Acura | Land Rover |
Model | EL | 109 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 156 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |