1987 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 23 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti EX weights approximately 239 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.
Because 2010 Infiniti EX 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, 2010 Infiniti EX 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Electra | EX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |
