1986 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 25 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Electra | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |
