2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,423 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Equinox | 109 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3423 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |