1989 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 22 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, 2011 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 36 kg more than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Avenger |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2766 mm |