1977 Buick Estate vs. 1994 Porsche Karisma
To start off, 1994 Porsche Karisma is newer by 17 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, 1994 Porsche Karisma (268 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche Karisma should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate.
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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche Karisma. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche Karisma. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche Karisma has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche Karisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 1994 Porsche Karisma | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Estate | Karisma |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |