1977 Buick Estate vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Estate | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
