1985 Buick Electra vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra.
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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
