2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 957 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.
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 Express (441 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Express | A 109 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 138 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2780 mm |