2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 282 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2008 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Tucson | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
Model | Tucson | A 109 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 249 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |