1989 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 22 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 115 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 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Estate | ZDX |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |