2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 582 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | 109 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2780 mm |
