1980 Buick Estate vs. 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE is newer by 33 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 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 358 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE.
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, 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE, 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, 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Estate | 200 CONVERTIBLE |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2765 mm |
