1988 Buick Estate vs. 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1988 Buick Estate is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. 1988 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has manual transmission. 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Estate | 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Estate | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
