1985 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 232 kg more than 1985 Buick Estate.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Estate | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Estate | Defender |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3230 mm |
