1987 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra.

Because 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 2007 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Buick Electra 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make Buick Toyota
Model Electra Tundra
Year Released 1987 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 4662 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 139 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 424 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 3710 mm


 

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