1986 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 510 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 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord 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 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |