1979 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 31 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Electra | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
