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Buick Electra 3.8

General information

ModelBuick Electra 3.8
Year1986
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3791 ccm (231.33 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement3791 ccm (231.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power140.00 PS (103 kW or 138 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque271.00 Nm (27.6 kgf-m or 199.9 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke96.5 x 86.4 mm (3.8 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0946 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5150 litres (1,361 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (511.8 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1480 kg (3,262.8 pounds)
Overall length4990 mm (196.5 inches)
Overall width1840 mm (72.4 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2820 mm (111.0 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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