1979 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Daewoo Korando
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Korando is newer by 22 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, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Korando. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 637 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Daewoo Korando, 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) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Korando. (145 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2001 Daewoo Korando | |
Make | Buick | Daewoo |
Model | Electra | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3199 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1088 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |