1980 Buick Electra vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Electra | Centura |
Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3533 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |