1979 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 18 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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 375 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia.
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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia, 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1997 Hyundai Marcia has manual transmission. 1997 Hyundai Marcia 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 | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Electra | Marcia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |