1989 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 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 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Estate | Ram |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3580 mm |