1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1986 Buick Electra
To start off, 1986 Buick Electra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1986 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Electra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
