1987 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 6 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Because 1993 Toyota MR2 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 1993 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | MR2 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |