1986 Buick Electra vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Buick Electra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Electra | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
