1980 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7, 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 (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2006 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Estate | XL7 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4931 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |