1979 Buick Estate vs. 1994 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 15 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 28 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet Impala (633 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (318 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Estate | 1994 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Estate | Impala |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 633 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
