1988 Buick Estate vs. 1980 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1988 Buick Estate is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 1980 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Estate | Newport |
Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |