1977 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 34 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 414 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. 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, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Electra | i30 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |