1976 Buick Estate vs. 1991 Buick Century

To start off, 1991 Buick Century is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Century (161 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate.

Because 1976 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 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Buick Century, 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Estate 1991 Buick Century
Make Buick Buick
Model Estate Century
Year Released 1976 1991
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 3300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 153 HP 161 HP
Torque 380 Nm 251 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4849 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1374 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2664 mm


 

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