1987 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2005 Pontiac G6 is newer by 18 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, 2005 Pontiac G6 (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 334 kg more than 2005 Pontiac G6.
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, 2005 Pontiac G6, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Estate | G6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |