1986 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 93 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Estate | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Estate | Liberty |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |