1981 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 29 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Estate. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Estate | 159 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |