1982 Buick Estate vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Camaro |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |