1979 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1983 Jeep CJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 535 kg more than 1983 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jeep CJ. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1983 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1983 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Electra | CJ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
