1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (140 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Buick Century.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1978 Buick Century (250 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Land Rover 109 | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Land Rover | Buick |
Model | 109 | Century |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |