1986 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 609 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.
Because 2013 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Electra | Equus |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5158 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1889 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3045 mm |