1989 Buick Estate vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1970 NSU 1200 has manual transmission. 1970 NSU 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | Estate | 1200 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 81 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |