1976 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 31 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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate.
Because 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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, 2007 Pontiac Torrent 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2007 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Estate | Torrent |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |