1984 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Chevrolet Volt
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Volt is newer by 27 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) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Volt, 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) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. (370 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Volt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Estate | 2011 Chevrolet Volt | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Estate | Volt |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |
