1979 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, 2003 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 24 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 79 more horse power than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. 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, 2003 Seat Inca Kombi, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Inca Kombi has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Inca Kombi 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 2003 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Buick Seat
Model Electra Inca Kombi
Year Released 1979 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1035 kg


 

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