1979 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Scion xA
To start off, 2006 Scion xA 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, 1979 Buick Estate (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Scion xA. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2006 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 789 kg more than 2006 Scion xA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Scion xA, 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xA. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 2006 Scion xA | |
Make | Buick | Scion |
Model | Estate | xA |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |