1987 Buick Estate vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Rover 216. (122 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 795 kg more than 1992 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1992 Rover 216 has manual transmission. 1992 Rover 216 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 1992 Rover 216 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Estate | 216 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |