1979 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 15 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, 1994 Hyundai Sonata (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 419 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 1994 Hyundai Sonata, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1994 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Electra | Sonata |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |