2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 118 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | PT Cruiser | 109 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |