1985 Buick Estate vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 256 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.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon 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 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Estate | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
