1980 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 30 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 240 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 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Captiva |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |