1989 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic 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, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Trafic.
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, 2011 Renault Trafic, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Trafic. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Trafic 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 | 2011 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Estate | Trafic |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |