1986 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 24 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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 69 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2852 mm |
