1979 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Holden Astra
To start off, 2004 Holden Astra is newer by 25 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 14 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 447 kg more than 2004 Holden Astra. 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, 2004 Holden Astra, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2004 Holden Astra | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Electra | Astra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |