1981 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2006 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 25 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2006 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Estate | 2006 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Estate | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 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 |
