1987 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 19 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 2006 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Estate | XLR |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |