2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1995 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,100 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Century.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 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 (440 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Century. 1995 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1995 Buick Century | |
Make | Land Rover | Buick |
Model | Discovery | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 3100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 251 Nm |
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 |