2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 49 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 145 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.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Captiva | 109 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |