1976 Buick Estate vs. 1955 Morris Isis
To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Isis would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Morris Isis. (86 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 488 kg more than 1955 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 1955 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Estate | Isis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
