1987 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic 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, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic. 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, 2005 Renault Scenic, 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Estate | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
