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Buick Estate Wagon 1979

General information

ModelBuick Estate Wagon
Year1979
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating65.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4942 ccm (301.56 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4942 ccm (301.56 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power140.00 PS (103 kW or 138 HP) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Max torque318.00 Nm (32.4 kgf-m or 234.6 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke101.6 x 76.2 mm (4.0 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0749 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5830 litres (1,540 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1870 kg (4,122.6 pounds)
Overall length5510 mm (216.9 inches)
Overall width1990 mm (78.3 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2950 mm (116.1 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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