1986 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Estate | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Estate | Ram |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3560 mm |