1971 Avanti Avanti vs. 1982 Buick Electra
To start off, 1982 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Avanti Avanti.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Avanti Avanti | 1982 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | Electra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
