1980 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Highlander |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |