1986 Buick Estate vs. 1997 Proton 400
To start off, 1997 Proton 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate 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 109 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 915 kg more than 1997 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Proton 400, 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400. 1986 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1997 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Proton 400 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 | 1997 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Estate | 400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
