1980 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 483 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
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 Suzuki Aerio, 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 (278 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Aerio has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Aerio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Electra | Aerio |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 206 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |