1980 Buick Estate vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Suzuki X90 is newer by 19 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 42 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 880 kg more than 1999 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki X90 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, 1999 Suzuki X90 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki X90. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki X90 has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki X90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Estate | X90 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |