1984 Buick Estate vs. 1948 Simca 5
To start off, 1984 Buick Estate is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1948 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Estate | 1948 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Estate | 5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
