1980 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 75 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.
Because 2007 Lexus IS 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, 2007 Lexus IS 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Electra | IS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
