1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 1983 Buick Century
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century. 1983 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 1983 Buick Century | |
| Make | Land Rover | Buick |
| Model | Defender | Century |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2664 mm |
