1981 Buick Electra vs. 1990 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1990 Dodge Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra 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 27 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 497 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt. 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, 1990 Dodge Colt, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1990 Dodge Colt | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Colt |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |