1981 Buick Estate vs. 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650
To start off, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 (641 HP) has 488 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650.
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. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 has manual transmission. 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Estate | 1992 Monteverdi Hai 650 | |
| Make | Buick | Monteverdi |
| Model | Estate | Hai 650 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
