1986 Buick Estate vs. 1986 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 1986 Buick Estate and 1986 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Ford Ranger. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Ranger.
Because 1986 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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. 1986 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Buick Estate | 1986 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Ranger |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |