1985 Buick Estate vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 799 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 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |