1979 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |