1987 Buick Estate vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Estate | Challenger |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |