1981 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 25 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 85 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 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Captiva |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |