1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 549 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | A 109 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |
