1982 Buick Estate vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1982 Buick Estate is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Estate | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Estate | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
