2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Buick Century | |
Make | Land Rover | Buick |
Model | Discovery | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 251 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2662 mm |