1982 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Freestyle |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |