1980 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Express |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |