1987 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 15 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, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 2002 Daihatsu YRV | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Electra | YRV |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |