1978 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 18 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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (157 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 15 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Electra | Grand Voyager |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |