1985 Buick Skyhawk vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Skyhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Skyhawk would be higher. At 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1985 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1504 kg more than 1985 Buick Skyhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Skyhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Skyhawk | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Skyhawk | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2745 mm |
