1979 Buick Estate vs. 1994 Ford Windstar
To start off, 1994 Ford Windstar 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Windstar (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 185 kg more than 1994 Ford Windstar.
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, 1994 Ford Windstar, 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) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Windstar. (220 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Windstar.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 1994 Ford Windstar | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Windstar |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |