1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1984 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Electra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
