1981 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 24 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, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 136 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 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, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica, 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) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (332 Nm). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Estate | 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Estate | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
