1982 Buick Estate vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 7 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, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 860 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 1989 Ford Escort | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Escort |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |