1979 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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 Rover Range Rover (225 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 395 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Electra | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
