1976 Buick Estate vs. 1966 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 700C 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 133 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 1344 kg more than 1966 Steyr 700C. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr 700C 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 | 1966 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Buick | Steyr |
Model | Estate | 700C |
Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1950 mm |