1979 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 27 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 468 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 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Estate | Charger |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |