2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 48 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 560 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 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, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Grand Voyager | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2780 mm |
