1981 Buick Electra vs. 1981 Chrysler Le Baron
To start off, both 1981 Buick Electra and 1981 Chrysler Le Baron were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 152 kg more than 1981 Chrysler Le Baron.
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 | 1981 Chrysler Le Baron | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Electra | Le Baron |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |