1986 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Jeep Patriot

To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 21 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 11 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Patriot.

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, 2007 Jeep Patriot, 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot. 1986 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 2007 Jeep Patriot
Make Buick Jeep
Model Estate Patriot
Year Released 1986 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2640 mm