1981 Buick Estate vs. 2003 Holden Astra
To start off, 2003 Holden Astra is newer by 22 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, 1981 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 728 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Astra, 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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 2003 Holden Astra | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Estate | Astra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |