1981 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 362 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Highlander |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |