1989 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |