2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 3,456 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
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 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2008 Isuzu I-350 has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Isuzu I-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Isuzu I-350 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
Model | I-350 | 109 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |