1989 Buick Electra vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 24 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 628 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Electra | Acadia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3020 mm |