1979 Buick Electra vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 26 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Electra | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
