1980 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 25 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, 2005 Saturn Relay (200 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay, 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Relay. (298 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Estate | Relay |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |