1982 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio 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, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Pregio 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 | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Estate | Pregio |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |