1986 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 1986 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 1986 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Estate | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Estate | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
