1986 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (218 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
