1980 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 30 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 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Zafira, 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, 2010 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Zafira 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 | 2010 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Estate | Zafira |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4931 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |