1981 Buick Electra vs. 1955 Morris Isis
To start off, 1981 Buick Electra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Isis would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Morris Isis. (86 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 295 kg more than 1955 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 1955 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Electra | Isis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
