1987 Buick Estate vs. 1995 Lexus LX
To start off, 1995 Lexus LX is newer by 8 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, 1995 Lexus LX (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus LX weights approximately 545 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.
Because 1995 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 1995 Lexus LX | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Estate | LX |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |