1976 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2004 Saab 9-7X is newer by 28 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 9-7X (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate.
Because 2004 Saab 9-7X 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, 2004 Saab 9-7X 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 9-7X. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 2004 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Estate | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
