1984 Buick Estate vs. 2003 MCC ForFour

To start off, 2003 MCC ForFour is newer by 19 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, 1984 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForFour. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 915 kg more than 2003 MCC ForFour. 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, 2003 MCC ForFour, 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC ForFour has manual transmission. 2003 MCC ForFour 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 2003 MCC ForFour
Make Buick MCC
Model Estate ForFour
Year Released 1984 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 1331 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2510 mm


 

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