1980 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
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, 2007 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2007 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2007 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Electra | Azera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
