1986 Buick Estate vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 24 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 44 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 113 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. 1986 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 2010 SsangYong Actyon
Make Buick SsangYong
Model Estate Actyon
Year Released 1986 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
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 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2750 mm


 

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