1986 Buick Electra vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 4 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 8 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | Electra | Voyager |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |