1980 Buick Estate vs. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Estate | Fourtrak TDX |
Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |