2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1985 Buick Century | |
| Make | Land Rover | Buick |
| Model | LR3 | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2664 mm |
