1979 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 179 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Estate | Ram |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4080 mm |