1984 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 22 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 71 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Estate | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Estate | Tucson |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |