1977 Buick Estate vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 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.
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, 1995 Opel Corsa, 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 1995 Opel Corsa. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Corsa 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 | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Estate | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
