1985 Buick Estate vs. 1999 GMC Sierra
To start off, 1999 GMC Sierra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (267 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 GMC Sierra.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sierra. (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sierra. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1999 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 1999 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Estate | 1999 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Estate | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
