1989 Buick Estate vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Buick Estate.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Estate | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Estate | Ram |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6597 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
