2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP) has 278 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 774 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 Silverado (515 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Silverado | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2780 mm |
