2001 Acura RL vs. 1986 Buick Electra
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1986 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RL | Electra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |
