1977 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, 2008 Lexus RX is newer by 31 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, 2008 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Lexus RX.
Because 2008 Lexus RX 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, 2008 Lexus RX 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 2008 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Estate | RX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
