1998 Buick Century vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1998 Buick Century is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 466 kg more than 1998 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Century | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
