1984 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 28 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 612 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Sienna |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |