1986 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1986 Buick Electra.
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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | 6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |