1976 Buick Estate vs. 2003 Dodge Kahuna
To start off, 2003 Dodge Kahuna is newer by 27 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate.
Because 1976 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2003 Dodge Kahuna | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Estate | Kahuna |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |