1989 Buick Estate vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra 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 69 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 795 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Sierra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |