1978 Buick Estate vs. 1991 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet APV is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Estate | 1991 Chevrolet APV | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | APV |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |