1986 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX 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, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RunX. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX. 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX. 1986 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | RunX |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |