1984 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 25 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, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | iQ |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2000 mm |