1986 Buick Electra vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 292 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.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Electra | Actyon |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
