1977 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 189 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Estate | Ram |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3560 mm |