2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1959 Land Rover 109

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 50 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 439 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.

Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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, 1959 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Cobalt 1959 Land Rover 109
Make Chevrolet Land Rover
Model Cobalt 109
Year Released 2009 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 2286 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1640 mm


 

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