1980 Buick Electra vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 31 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (275 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H.
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.
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1980 Buick Electra | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Electra | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 275 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |