1989 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 17 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (199 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Estate | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
