1980 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 27 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, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2007 Isuzu I-290 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 | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Estate | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
