1987 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa 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, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Previa 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 | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Previa |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |