1979 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Xedos 6 is newer by 17 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, 1996 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6.
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, 1996 Xedos 6, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Buick | Xedos |
Model | Electra | 6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |