1980 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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, 2006 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate.
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, 2006 Rover 75, 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Estate | 75 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |