1979 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2011 Geely Ck1 is newer by 32 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Estate (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Geely Ck1. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2011 Geely Ck1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 830 kg more than 2011 Geely Ck1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Geely Ck1, 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 (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Geely Ck1. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Geely Ck1.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 2011 Geely Ck1 | |
Make | Buick | Geely |
Model | Estate | Ck1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |