1979 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Honda That
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 23 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 71 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 885 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda That 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, 2002 Honda That 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2002 Honda That | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | That |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |