1986 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
