1986 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 1987 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Legend |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |