1976 Buick Estate vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 27 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 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 37 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 587 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Opel Astra, 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2003 Opel Astra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Estate | Astra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |