1987 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2008 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 21 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 74 more horse power than 2008 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 2008 Proton Gen-2 | |
Make | Buick | Proton |
Model | Estate | Gen-2 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |