1979 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 647 kg more than 1979 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (318 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Estate | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Estate | Ram |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4080 mm |
