1982 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Estate | 75 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |