1978 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Magnus 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 524 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. 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 Magnus, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. 1978 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2001 Daewoo Magnus has manual transmission. 2001 Daewoo Magnus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Estate | 2001 Daewoo Magnus | |
Make | Buick | Daewoo |
Model | Estate | Magnus |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |