1980 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 26 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.
Because 2006 Mahindra Bolero 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, 2006 Mahindra Bolero 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2006 Mahindra Bolero has manual transmission. 2006 Mahindra Bolero 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 | 2006 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Buick | Mahindra |
| Model | Estate | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
