1979 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 30 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 813 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.
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, 2009 Dodge Journey, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Journey |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
