1987 Buick Electra vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 22 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 21 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 371 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Electra | Rexton |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |