1984 Buick Estate vs. 1991 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 11 kg more than 1984 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Astro 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Estate | Astro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
