1981 Buick Estate vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram 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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Ram 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 | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Estate | Ram |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
