1987 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1987 Buick Skyhawk is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skyhawk (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skyhawk should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1987 Buick Skyhawk.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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:
| 1987 Buick Skyhawk | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Skyhawk | 109 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
