1980 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX 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 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
Because 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Estate | RX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
