2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Land Rover | Buick |
| Model | Freelander | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
