1984 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 25 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (218 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Buick Estate. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Estate.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (407 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Estate | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Estate | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
