2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Optra 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 Optra (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Optra | 109 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
