1979 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 19 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, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross.
Because 1998 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 1998 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Electra | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
