1977 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 526 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 2010 Lexus GX | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Estate | GX |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 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 Weight | 1880 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2789 mm |