1989 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 17 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 3 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
