1979 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 10 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1989 Toyota Celica 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica 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 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Celica |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2330 mm |