1978 Buick Estate vs. 2000 Honda FCX
To start off, 2000 Honda FCX is newer by 22 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 31 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. 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, 2000 Honda FCX, 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) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda FCX. (273 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda FCX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Estate | 2000 Honda FCX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Estate | FCX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 273 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 840 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |