1980 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 17 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 895 kg more than 1997 Honda Life.
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, 1997 Honda Life, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Life |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
