2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1992 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Century (161 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Century. 1992 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1992 Buick Century | |
| Make | Land Rover | Buick |
| Model | Defender | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2664 mm |
