1980 Buick Estate vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Estate | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
