2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1987 Buick Estate
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1987 Buick Estate | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Blackhawk | Estate |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2950 mm |