1984 Buick Estate vs. 1999 Hyundai Galloper

To start off, 1999 Hyundai Galloper is newer by 15 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 95 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Hyundai Galloper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Galloper has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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 1999 Hyundai Galloper
Make Buick Hyundai
Model Estate Galloper
Year Released 1984 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 2475 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2360 mm


 

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