1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1982 Buick Estate
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Estate. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1982 Buick Estate | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | Vantage | Estate |
Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |