1979 Buick Estate vs. 1992 Chrysler ES
To start off, 1992 Chrysler ES is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Estate (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler ES. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 730 kg more than 1992 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler ES, 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, 1979 Buick Estate (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 1992 Chrysler ES | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Estate | ES |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |