1987 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 23 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Chrysler 300.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Estate | 300 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3048 mm |