1980 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 25 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, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I.
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, 2005 Infiniti I, 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 (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Electra | I |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
