1981 Buick Electra vs. 1970 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1981 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G15 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 72 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G15. (71 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 1970 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Buick | Ginetta |
| Model | Electra | G15 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
