1986 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 583 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150.
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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Estate. (435 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Estate | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | F-150 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 610 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3520 mm |