1980 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 33 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 61 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1980 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Impala |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
