1979 Buick Estate vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 20 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, 1999 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 729 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 1999 Ford Escort | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Escort |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |