1980 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 21 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 490 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 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
