1987 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 26 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 46 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 520 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion iQ 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, 2013 Scion iQ 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Buick | Scion |
| Model | Electra | iQ |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2000 mm |
