2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 16 kg more than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Terraza | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |
