1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 385 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1988 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 1800 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
