1987 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 17 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 21 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Buick | Xedos |
| Model | Estate | 9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
