1986 Buick Electra vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 22 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1250 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 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Electra | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |
