1987 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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, 2006 Opel Astra, 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Estate | Astra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |