1978 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 26 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Electra | Endeavor |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |