1978 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Daewoo Kalos

To start off, 2001 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 23 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) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Kalos. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 803 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2001 Daewoo Kalos, 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Kalos. (145 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Buick Estate 2001 Daewoo Kalos
Make Buick Daewoo
Model Estate Kalos
Year Released 1978 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 108 HP
Torque 381 Nm 145 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1077 kg
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2530 mm