1982 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 384 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Estate | Accord |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 287 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |