2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 48 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 660 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Colorado | 109 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
