2002 Acura RSX vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 655 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 1976 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 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX, 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1976 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RSX | Estate |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
