1986 Buick Estate vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1986 Buick Estate is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 905 kg more than 1976 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131. 1986 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1976 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1976 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Estate | 1976 Seat 131 | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Estate | 131 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |