1969 Buick GS vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 1989 Rover 216 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 550 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | GS | 216 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
