1980 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 174 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Electra | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1864 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |