1986 Buick Estate vs. 1992 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 343 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper.
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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Estate. 1986 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1992 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1992 Dodge Viper 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.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Estate | 1992 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Estate | Viper |
Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |