1978 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX.
Because 2005 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (328 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Estate | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Estate | RX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
