1989 Buick Estate vs. 1991 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1991 Dodge Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 890 kg more than 1991 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Colt, 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 1991 Dodge Colt | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Estate | Colt |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |