1976 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 30 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 629 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Estate | Highlander |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |