1988 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2001 Steyr G-series 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, 2001 Steyr G-series (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Steyr G-series weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Steyr G-series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Steyr G-series (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Estate | 2001 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Buick | Steyr |
| Model | Estate | G-series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
