1981 Buick Estate vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 32 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, 2013 Acura TSX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 306 kg more than 2013 Acura TSX.
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, 2013 Acura TSX, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 2013 Acura TSX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Estate | TSX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2708 mm |