1984 Buick Estate vs. 1952 Talbot Baby
To start off, 1984 Buick Estate is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Talbot Baby 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 74 more horse power than 1952 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1952 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 235 kg more than 1952 Talbot Baby. 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 | 1952 Talbot Baby | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Estate | Baby |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
