1980 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 11 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 310 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1991 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Electra | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |