1989 Buick Estate vs. 1986 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ginetta G32. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ginetta G32 would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Ginetta G32. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1986 Ginetta G32. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1986 Ginetta G32. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ginetta G32. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ginetta G32. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1986 Ginetta G32 has manual transmission. 1986 Ginetta G32 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 1986 Ginetta G32 | |
Make | Buick | Ginetta |
Model | Estate | G32 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2220 mm |