1980 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2000 Dodge Avenger is newer by 20 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, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 238 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2000 Dodge Avenger, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2000 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Avenger |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |