1987 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 24 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 146 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, 2011 Hyundai Azera (356 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2011 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Electra | Azera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2779 mm |
