1979 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Cadillac LMP
To start off, 2001 Cadillac LMP is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac LMP (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac LMP should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Cadillac LMP (401 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (318 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac LMP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Estate | 2001 Cadillac LMP | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Estate | LMP |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3090 mm |
