1984 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 316 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota RunX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | RunX |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |