2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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. 1988 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Land Rover | Buick |
| Model | Discovery | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 90 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2664 mm |
