1980 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 14 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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro.

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, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro has manual transmission. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Buick Electra 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Buick Lotec
Model Electra Testa de Oro
Year Released 1980 1994
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5032 cc 4943 cc
Horse Power 138 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1650 kg


 

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