1980 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra.
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, 2004 Saturn Relay, 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, 2004 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Electra | Relay |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |