1981 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 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 295 kg more than 1981 Buick Estate.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Estate | Discovery |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |