1986 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 23 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Highlander |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |