1988 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Ford Ka
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ka, 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka. 1988 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Estate | 2001 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Estate | Ka |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
