1985 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 565 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 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 1985 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz, 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1985 Buick Estate 2010 Hyundai Getz
Make Buick Hyundai
Model Estate Getz
Year Released 1985 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2460 mm