1980 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS 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 Mitsubishi SSS (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS weights approximately 215 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.
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 Mitsubishi SSS, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. (270 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2000 Mitsubishi SSS | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | SSS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 71 L |
