1980 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 1991 Saturn Sedan 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 597 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sedan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Electra | Sedan |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |