1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1980 Buick Estate
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 360 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1980 Buick Estate | |
Make | Avanti | Buick |
Model | Avanti | Estate |
Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 5030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |