1980 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 1994 Opel Astra 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 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 42 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 615 kg more than 1994 Opel Astra. 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, 1994 Opel Astra, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Electra | Astra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
