1982 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 30 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) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Estate | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Estate | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
