1976 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Estate | Vitara |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |