1989 Buick Estate vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 19 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 256 kg more than 1989 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Estate | Envoy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |