1987 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1989 Eagle Talon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
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, 1989 Eagle Talon (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1989 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Buick | Eagle |
Model | Electra | Talon |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |