1980 Buick Electra vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera (240 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Electra | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |