1980 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord, 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1999 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Accord |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 264 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |