1985 Buick Century vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Century | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Century | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2670 mm |
