1979 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 14 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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
