1980 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Express |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |
