1986 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 240 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Electra | Aurora |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |