1980 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 29 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 609 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Traverse |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4931 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |