1978 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Scion xB
To start off, 2006 Scion xB is newer by 28 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, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Scion xB. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2006 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 819 kg more than 2006 Scion xB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Scion xB, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xB. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xB. 1978 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2006 Scion xB has manual transmission. 2006 Scion xB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Estate | 2006 Scion xB | |
| Make | Buick | Scion |
| Model | Estate | xB |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
