1987 Buick Estate vs. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1

To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 9 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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 368 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate.

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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Estate. (435 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Estate. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1
Make Buick Nissan
Model Estate R 390 GT1
Year Released 1987 1996
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 6598 cc 3493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 182 HP 550 HP
Torque 435 Nm 637 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2720 mm


 

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