1977 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 32 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Estate | Borrego |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |