1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1988 Buick Estate
To start off, 1988 Buick Estate is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 705 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6. 1988 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1988 Buick Estate | |
Make | Alpine | Buick |
Model | V6 | Estate |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |