1989 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Scion xD
To start off, 2010 Scion xD is newer by 21 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 54 more horse power than 2010 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 695 kg more than 2010 Scion xD. 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, 2010 Scion xD, 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion xD. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2010 Scion xD has manual transmission. 2010 Scion xD 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 | 2010 Scion xD | |
| Make | Buick | Scion |
| Model | Estate | xD |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2461 mm |
