1977 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 970 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Electra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
