1977 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2004 Saturn Vue is newer by 27 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, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Vue. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Estate | Vue |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
