1985 Buick Estate vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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, both vehicles can yield 182 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 419 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord 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.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Estate | Accord |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |