1976 Buick Estate vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 363 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Corvette |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 819 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4476 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |