1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 184 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | Avanti | Buick |
Model | Avanti | Estate |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2950 mm |