1986 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 145 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Electra | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |