1980 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
Because 2009 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Estate | IS |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4931 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |