1984 Buick Estate vs. 1984 Chevrolet Sprint
To start off, both 1984 Buick Estate and 1984 Chevrolet Sprint were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 135 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint, 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, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1984 Chevrolet Sprint has manual transmission. 1984 Chevrolet Sprint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Estate | 1984 Chevrolet Sprint | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Sprint |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |