1981 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Daewoo Joyster
To start off, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is newer by 16 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 34 more horse power than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 792 kg more than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. 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, 1997 Daewoo Joyster, 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) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (137 Nm). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daewoo Joyster.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1997 Daewoo Joyster | |
Make | Buick | Daewoo |
Model | Electra | Joyster |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1497 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 137 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |