1988 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 19 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, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 290 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 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Estate | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Estate | Territory |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3982 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
