1980 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Express |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |
