2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 45 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 42 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Colorado | 109 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2780 mm |