1982 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 29 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 100 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 815 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2011 Daewoo Kalos, 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2011 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2011 Daewoo Kalos 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 | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Buick | Daewoo |
| Model | Estate | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
