1985 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 624 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Express |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |