1987 Buick Estate vs. 2000 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2000 Seat Arosa is newer by 13 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 59 more horse power than 2000 Seat Arosa. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 596 kg more than 2000 Seat Arosa. 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, 2000 Seat Arosa, 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) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Arosa. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Arosa 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 | 2000 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Estate | Arosa |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 117 Nm |
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 | 1289 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |