1980 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 475 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Electra | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
