1986 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 18 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, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 180 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Electra | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |
