1978 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Lancia Hyena
To start off, 1992 Lancia Hyena is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 637 kg more than 1992 Lancia Hyena.
Because 1992 Lancia Hyena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Hyena. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Hyena. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1992 Lancia Hyena has manual transmission. 1992 Lancia Hyena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 1992 Lancia Hyena | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Electra | Hyena |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1148 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
