1989 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 252 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Estate | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |