1978 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 20 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, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |