1981 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 78 kg more than 1981 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Electra | Freelander |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |