1971 Buick GS vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | GS | Defender |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
