1984 Buick Electra vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, 1986 Buick Century is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Century (125 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra.
Because 1984 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1986 Buick Century | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Electra | Century |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2664 mm |