1985 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 22 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, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2007 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Estate | Patriot |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |