1986 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | 6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2789 mm |