1981 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 23 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, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 582 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Estate. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Estate | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Estate | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
