1980 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (143 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Because 2005 Saturn Vue 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, 2005 Saturn Vue 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 (278 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Electra | Vue |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
