2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 333 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 230 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Corvette | 109 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 543 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |