1977 Buick Estate vs. 1986 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 1986 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 555 kg more than 1986 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1977 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 1977 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 1986 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Estate | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
