1984 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 560 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Pilot |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |