1980 Buick Skyhawk vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Skyhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Skyhawk would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1980 Buick Skyhawk.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Skyhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.
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1980 Buick Skyhawk | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Skyhawk | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 375 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2743 mm |