1974 Buick GS vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 487 kg more than 1974 Buick GS.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | GS | Defender |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |
