1980 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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, 1980 Buick Estate (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Estate | Matrix |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4931 cc | 1784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |