1980 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Firebird (134 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra.
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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1983 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Electra | Firebird |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |