1989 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep
Make Buick Saab
Model Estate 05-Sep
Year Released 1989 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6597 cc 1908 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2710 mm


 

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