1977 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 15 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 37 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 1992 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Electra | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
