1986 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 13 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 87 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Z |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |
