1986 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 11 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, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | Electra | T700 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3140 mm |
