1987 Buick Estate vs. 1954 Buick 70

To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1987 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Buick Estate 1954 Buick 70
Make Buick Buick
Model Estate 70
Year Released 1987 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 5274 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 182 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1983 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 5520 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3230 mm


 

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