1980 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 23 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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 25 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 2003 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2003 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Electra | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
