1986 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Electra | Forester |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |