1985 Buick Estate vs. 1998 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1998 Ford Versailles is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Ford Versailles. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Versailles.
Because 1985 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 1985 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Versailles, 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Versailles. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 1998 Ford Versailles | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Versailles |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |