1980 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 15 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 34 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 630 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 1995 Hyundai Lantra, 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1995 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Electra | Lantra |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |