1981 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 63 kg more than 1981 Buick Estate.
Because 1981 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Estate | 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Estate | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3060 mm |
