1986 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2006 Kia Amanti 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 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Amanti weights approximately 344 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.
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, 2006 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Electra | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |
