1976 Buick Estate vs. 1965 NSU Autonova
To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Autonova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Autonova would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 NSU Autonova. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Autonova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1965 NSU Autonova. 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. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1965 NSU Autonova has manual transmission. 1965 NSU Autonova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 1965 NSU Autonova | |
| Make | Buick | NSU |
| Model | Estate | Autonova |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
