2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1981 Buick Estate
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 633 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Estate. (380 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Estate. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2001 Ascari Ecosse has manual transmission. 2001 Ascari Ecosse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1981 Buick Estate | |
Make | Ascari | Buick |
Model | Ecosse | Estate |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4721 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |