1976 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 316 kg more than 1976 Buick Estate.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Estate | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
