1980 Buick Electra vs. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Chevelle |
Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 6478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |