1981 Buick Electra vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Buick Electra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 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 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 972 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1978 Seat 127 | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Electra | 127 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |