1986 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Avensis |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |