1986 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Matrix |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
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 | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2600 mm |