1976 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 32 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, 2008 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-290. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2008 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2008 Isuzu I-290 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 | 2008 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Estate | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
