1981 Buick Estate vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 578 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka 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 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Estate. (380 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Tonka |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 814 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 6150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4200 mm |