1989 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 21 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 63 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 535 kg more than 2010 Fiat Bravo. 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Bravo. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Bravo 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 | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Estate | Bravo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |