1984 Buick Estate vs. 1989 Chrysler Voyager

To start off, 1989 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 465 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 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 1984 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1989 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 1989 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Buick Estate 1989 Chrysler Voyager
Make Buick Chrysler
Model Estate Voyager
Year Released 1984 1989
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2860 mm


 

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