1979 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 665 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, 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, 1979 Buick Estate (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Estate | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Estate | Astra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
