1979 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 20 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Electra | Berlina |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |