1980 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Tatra T700
To start off, 1999 Tatra T700 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 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tatra T700 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Tatra T700 (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1999 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | Electra | T700 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |
