2008 Acura TSX vs. 1986 Buick Electra
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 22 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, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1986 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TSX | Electra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
