1982 Buick Skyhawk vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Skyhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Skyhawk would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1982 Buick Skyhawk. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1592 kg more than 1982 Buick Skyhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Skyhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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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1982 Buick Skyhawk | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Skyhawk | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2035 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2891 mm |