1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 1977 Buick Estate | |
Make | Abarth | Buick |
Model | Stola | Estate |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |