1980 Buick Estate vs. 2003 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2003 Holden Rodeo is newer by 23 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 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Rodeo (145 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate.
Because 2003 Holden Rodeo 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, 2003 Holden Rodeo 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 (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 2003 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Estate | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3060 mm |
