1979 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stealth is newer by 21 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stealth.
Because 2000 Dodge Stealth 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Stealth 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 | 2000 Dodge Stealth | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Stealth |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |