1986 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 27 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 360 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2824 mm |
