1984 Buick Estate vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 15 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Estate | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Estate | Berlina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |