1989 Buick Estate vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 385 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Estate | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Estate | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6597 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
