1980 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 32 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, 1980 Buick Estate (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
Make | Buick | Proton |
Model | Estate | Gen-2 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 4931 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |