1987 Buick Estate vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 12 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Estate. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1999 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 1999 Jensen SV-8 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 | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | Estate | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |