2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 444 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 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, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Pacifica | A 109 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |