1985 Buick Estate vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 20 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Estate | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Estate | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
