1976 Buick Estate vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 37 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 349 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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.
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1976 Buick Estate | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Estate | Outlander |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |