1980 Buick Estate vs. 1990 Buick Electra
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra.
Because 1980 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 1990 Buick Electra | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Estate | Electra |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |