1980 Buick Estate vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 430 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Camaro |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |