1986 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 19 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, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1986 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Estate | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Estate | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
