1978 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 25 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 33 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra 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 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Electra | Vectra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |