1986 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 19 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. 1986 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Buick Estate 2005 Hyundai Terracan
Make Buick Hyundai
Model Estate Terracan
Year Released 1986 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 144 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2630 mm


 

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