1986 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 30 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
