1980 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Electra | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
