1982 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 29 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Estate | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Estate | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2837 mm |
