1985 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 21 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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate.
Because 1985 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Estate | 2006 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Estate | Impala |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
