1977 Buick Estate vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 1986 Holden Barina 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, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Holden Barina, 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 1986 Holden Barina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Estate | Barina |
Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2250 mm |